{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65f7240b8c140200189c0e25/6960f0cdb8712e7ba2f7bcb2?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Disney’s 2026 Plans Reveal a BIG Shift…","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65f7240b8c140200189c0e25/1767967905046-390ba8b9-4909-461d-800d-a17e89b19644.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Disney just revealed a slate of plans tied to 2026 — and taken together, they tell a much bigger story about where the parks are headed.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of the <strong>Big Thunder Podcast</strong>, we break down <strong>10 major Disney Parks announcements</strong> and <strong>grade each one on a tier list</strong>, looking beyond the hype to talk about what actually matters for guests.</p><p><br></p><p>We discuss:</p><ul><li>What Disney is clearly prioritizing heading into 2026</li><li>Which announcements excite us — and which concern us</li><li>How these changes could impact crowd levels and planning</li><li>What this shift means for people planning Disney trips in 2026 and beyond</li><li>Who Disney’s future plans really seem to be designed for</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you’re planning a Walt Disney World trip, debating Disney vs. Universal, or just trying to make sense of Disney’s long-term direction, this episode will help you cut through the noise and focus on what actually affects your experience.</p><p><br></p><p>🎢 Let us know which announcement you’d rank in S-tier — and which one deserves an F.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Timecodes</u></strong></p><p>(00:00:00) Introduction</p><p>(00:01:10) Disney World in 2026</p><p>(00:21:58) Minnie Vacay</p><p>(00:23:09) Podcast Exclusive!</p><p>(00:26:21) Themes of 2026</p><p>(00:30:44) Next time on Big Thunder Pod...</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>🐉 Did you catch our First Impressions on Epic Universe? You can watch it on YouTube! ➡️ https://youtu.be/PfyK9gx-Q-U?si=ZMi1dcaTYbh_Bdqa</p><p><br></p><p>👑 Need a Stroller for your trip? We've always had a great experience with Kingdom Strollers! https://www.kingdomstrollers.com/?ref=minnie (Affiliate Link)</p><p><br></p><p>🏰 Get ready to experience the magic as we unravel the excitement surrounding the grand openings, new attractions, thrilling updates, and the latest buzz from Disney and Universal Studios.</p><p><br></p><p>🎢 Tune in now for an action-packed episode filled with excitement, laughter, and everything in between. Don't miss out on the adventure – hit play and enjoy the ride!</p><p><br></p><p>🖥️ Check us out on <a href=\"https://youtube.com/@bigthunderpod?si=ToNCFu3_wx0gy3AS&amp;sub_confirmation=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube!</a></p><p><br></p><p>📲 Follow us on Instagram!</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/bigthunderpod/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Big Thunder Pod</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/beaujbatterson/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Beau</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/abbybatterson/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Abby</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/minnievacay/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Minnie Vacay</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>🛒 Merch Store: <a href=\"https://www.etsy.com/shop/BigThunderPodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">etsy.com/shop/BigThunderPodcast</a></p>","author_name":"Batterson Media"}